FinTechNZ Wrap-Up: 2024 Highlights and What’s Ahead 🚀

17 December 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, we’re reflecting on a year of progress and potential across the fintech ecosystem. From policy milestones to exciting developments in innovation and regulation, it’s clear that Aotearoa’s fintech sector is continuing to make its mark and we have a big year coming in 2025.

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Reflecting on 2024: Tech Connections, Global Impact, and a Look Ahead

16 December 2024

2024 has undoubtedly been a year of highs and lows, showcasing both exciting progress and inspiring resilience within our tech community.

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Celebrating our year in biotech

16 December 2024

It has been a landmark year for BioTechNZ and our members. Let's take a moment to reflect on the progress and achievements of 2024!

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Meri Kirihimete

12 December 2024

As another busy year for the Forum draws to a close, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has contributed to our efforts. This year’s many successes are a true reflection of your dedication and hard work - thank you!

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Empowering Wāhine: 2024 in Review

11 December 2024

As we close out 2024, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for the incredible strides we have made together. This year has been a testament to our collective dedication to empowering wāhine in the New Zealand technology sector.

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International Identity Day 2024: Why Legal Identity Matters for Everyone

Observed annually on 16 September, International Identity Day aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16.9, which aims to provide legal identity, including birth registration, to all people by 2030. While most of us can easily prove our identity, for millions around the world, the lack of legal identity remains a significant barrier … Continue reading "International Identity Day 2024: Why Legal Identity Matters for Everyone"
25 September 2024
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Tech leaders welcome government’s establishment of biotech regulator

Technology industry leaders say the government’s decision to set up a biotech regulator will prove a major boost for industries using gene technologies while ensuring strong protection for human health and the environment.  BioTechNZ executive director Dr Zahra Champion welcomed today’s announcement by Hon. Judith Collins, Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology.  “Current regulations for … Continue reading "Tech leaders welcome government’s establishment of biotech regulator"
13 August 2024
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Navigating our creative future

Earlier this year, Wellington was the epicentre of a global conversation about AI in the creative industries. The two day conference delved into the transformative role of AI in creativity and here are the highlights.
07 August 2024
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Urgent plea for Government intervention

NZTech has written an open letter to New Zealand Government officials, expressing serious concerns about the Office of the Privacy Commissioner’s (OPC) proposed Code of Practice for biometrics. 
06 August 2024
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1000+ girls experience a day in the tech industry

ShadowTech Day 2024 – inspiring the next generation Over 1000 students across Aotearoa to experience a day in New Zealand’s rapidly growing tech sector. Over the next two weeks, more than 1000 secondary school girls will dive into the tech industry, spending a day at leading tech companies nationwide.   “We’re delighted to be inspiring the … Continue reading "1000+ girls experience a day in the tech industry"
02 August 2024
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Will the Digital Trust Hui Taumata 2024 move the dial?

Deep thought has gone into building the agenda for next month’s Digital Trust Hui Taumata, ahead of Net Hui and The Point 2024, so that conversations live on and build out later in the year and into subsequent years. 
24 July 2024
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AI Blueprint for Aotearoa launched today

The AI Forum of New Zealand proudly announces the publication of the AI Blueprint for Aotearoa New Zealand. It proposes leveraging existing industry initiatives to help drive results and achieve a shared vision.
24 July 2024
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Government bringing in new digital trust framework

The government has quietly ushered in the beginnings of what it hopes will be the answer to people's experiences of fraud and lack of trust online. Its new digital trust framework has gone live in recent days.
10 July 2024